Salary: $24.00 - $31.50 Hourly Location : Breckenridge, CO Job Type: Full Time / Year Round Job Number: 2024-00136 Department: Recreation Division: Recreation - Programs - Aquatics Opening Date: 09/11/2024 Closing Date: 9/22/2024 11:59 PM Mountain Position Summary The Town of Breckenridge Recreation Department is seeking a dedicated and customer service oriented individual for the position of Aquatics Lead. This position is responsible for the effective delivery of facilities, programs and services that contribute to the Recreation Department and Town of Breckenridge mission and vision. The Aquatics Lead is involved with the hands-on operation and day to day assignment of duties for a functional area within the Department including personnel leadership, guest service, facility and equipment operations and maintenance, revenue and cost control, delivery of programs and services, safety, and risk management. The incumbent seeks and follows direction from various supervisors and departments to problem-solve and promote a team-based environment, and applies departmental policies in a consistent and appropriate manner in the performance of assigned tasks. The Aquatics Lead carries out the direction set by area Coordinators and Division Managers. Essential Job Functions For additional information regarding this position including important roles, essential job functions & duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required, materials and equipment used, working environment, and physical activity required, please view the full Town of Breckenridge Core Values: Incumbents in this position are required to perform work in a manner consistent with and exemplary of the Town's Core Values, which are imbedded in who we are, how we work, and how we inspire and support each other and the community. Community: We serve the Breckenridge community and lead others through our everyday actions and cultivate an environment where everyone is valued, respected, and heard. Adaptability: We are agile and responsive to the changing needs of our community and embrace opportunities for growth. Integrity: We are honest and trustworthy leaders who rely on our shared community values to make ethical decisions and conduct ourselves in a transparent and professional manner. Communication: We listen and communicate effectively in order to serve our community and build collaborative, meaningful, and sustainable relationships and solutions. Innovation: We promote a forward-thinking environment to generate creative solutions that inspire others as we lead our community. Stewardship: We are trusted stewards of the Town's financial, environmental, and community resources by responsibly and sustainably utilizing and conserving our resources for future generations. Qualifications MINIMUM & DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Previous lifeguarding experience and basic knowledge of water chemistry testing kits required.
- One (1) or more years of customer service experience required.
- Computer experience required.
- Experience leading individuals or a team in an aquatic environment preferred.
- Previous lead/supervisory experience preferred.
- College degree in Recreation, Business, Sports Management, or related area preferred.
- To qualify for this position, the candidate or employee must pass a criminal background check.
LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES:
- Community CPR, first aid and AED training required within 30 days of hire.
- Preventing Disease Transmission (PDT) required within 60 days of hire.
- Valid Colorado Driver's license required for any employees where driving would be a component of the position.
- Current appropriate nationally recognized certifications (i.e. American Red Cross), including Lifeguard, First Aid, AED, CPR for the professional rescuer, and oxygen delivery for the professional rescuer are required and must be maintained.
- Highly desirable certifications include WSI, Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, WSI Instructor Trainer, First Aid/CPR Instructor, and EMT.
- CPO (Certified Pool Operator) and/or AFO (Aquatics Facility Operator) certifications preferred.
Additional InformationHiring Pay Range: $24.00 - $27.75 per hour, $49,920.00 - $57,720.00 if annualized. WORK SCHEDULE: Primary shifts for this position generally include early mornings, late nights, weekends, weekdays and holidays. Individuals in this position must be flexible in terms of availability to meet operational needs; and may on occasion be required to work other shifts as needed. APPLICATION INFORMATION: Qualified candidates must attached their current American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (or equivalent) & their resume along with their online application. This position is 'Open Until Filled'. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until suitable candidates are selected. Potential Housing Available The Town of Breckenridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you are selected for hire, the Town will provide a conditional job offer and check your references and conduct a background review before confirming your job offer and scheduling your orientation. If pre-employment drug-testing; medical testing; credit check; Motor Vehicle Record; Colorado Bureau of Investigation background review; or, other background reviews are required, the Town generally makes a conditional offer of hire based on successful completion of these additional steps. The Town of Breckenridge strives to offer competitive and diverse benefit options. For eligible FTYR employees, these options may include medical, dental, benefit credit, a cafeteria benefit plan, health and dependent care flexible spending plans, retirement, employee assistance (EAP), life insurance, long-term disability, mid-term disability and supplemental insurance. For further information please click: Full Time / Regular Benefits. 01 Are you 18 years of age or older?
02 Did you receive a High School diploma or equivalent?
03 Please select the answer below that best describes the number of years of experience you have had working in a customer service oriented position:
- No experience
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 to 5 years
- 6 plus years
04 Do you have the ability to work hours beyond the normal workday to include evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays?
05 Have you had the opportunity to lead individuals or a team in an aquatics environment?
06 Are you currently certified, or have a certification that has expired in less than one year through one of the following nationally recognized training organizations: The American Red Cross, Jeff Ellis and Associates, Starfish Aquatics Institute, the YMCA, NASCO, or the American Lifeguard Association:
07 Are you currently certified as an American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor?
08 How many years of experience teaching swim lessons as a Water Safety Instructor through the American Red Cross do you have:
- None
- 1 to 2 years
- 3 + years
09 Please tell us about your experience as a swim lesson instructor: 10 Are you currently certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor?
11 Are you currently certified as a Certified Pool Operator or Aquatic Facility Operator?
Required Question